The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is researching aerodynamic drag reduction methods to improve wind turbine efficiency. Techniques include airfoil optimization and surface roughness reduction.
MIT researchers are exploring aerodynamic drag reduction methods for wind turbines, focusing on blade design and materials. Their work aims to increase energy production and reduce maintenance costs.
This article presents a study on active control methods for reducing aerodynamic drag on wind turbines. The results show a significant increase in power output and reduced loads on the turbine.
The Wind Energy Organization provides an overview of aerodynamic optimization techniques for wind turbines, including computational fluid dynamics and wind tunnel testing.
OpenWind is an open-source simulation tool for wind turbine aerodynamics. It allows users to model and optimize turbine performance, including drag reduction.
This video lecture by a leading expert in wind energy discusses various methods for reducing aerodynamic drag on wind turbines, including passive and active control techniques.
This research article investigates the effect of surface treatment on aerodynamic drag reduction for wind turbines. The results show a significant reduction in drag and increased energy production.
This online course covers the fundamentals of wind turbine aerodynamics and drag reduction methods. It is designed for engineers and researchers working in the wind energy industry.